A Test of Strength...

I am doing my absolute best to keep my spirits up while being apart from my new husband Troy. He had to return to Australia only 10 days after we were married. Not the easiest way to start a new marriage!
So now the visa process is underway and I am really trying to stay positive that it will all go through and be approved sooner than later. And not only because I miss Troy terribly, but because I am also almost 8 weeks pregnant! My biggest fear is me waddling off the plane ready to go and Troy missing out on all the wonder that pregnancy brings (ie. sore back/boobs, swollen ankles, weight gain, etc., etc. - oh joy!). I have been sending him a photo of my belly for each week we are apart to keep him in the loop!
I know I am being tested for strength here - being apart from hubby, newly pregnant, losing a dear friend and beautiful person, planning to relocate to another country far away, and the list goes on. I will get through I know!

Debrah

I feel at a complete loss. My dear client-turned-friend Debrah has passed away. I am in shock and have no idea how to lift myself back up. A beautiful woman, a compassionate wife, a devoted, loving mother. I ask myself again and again, why? This loss will be felt for a long time by all of her family, friends and anyone who has ever had the pleasure of being touched by her amazing, luminous smile.

I love you Debrah and will always keep you close in my heart.

Happy, happy!

I am here in Perth and life is good! The love of my life, Troy, asked me to be his wife as soon as I landed! While I was in shock and not completely all there after a very long flight - I said "yes!!".

We have been doing lots since I got here, meeting more of his friends, lunches, dinners, a trip down south to Margaret River, a day at the races for the Melbourne Cup, lots of running through beautiful King's Park and so much more. Most importantly, we have been enjoying every moment we get to spend with each other during my visit.

I will be returning home at the end of the month to get back to work and getting all the details sorted out for the wedding! The date has been set (Saturday February 9th, 2008!), the venue has been booked (Steamworks in Gastown) - thanks Mum! The rest, I am confident will fall into place in good time! Planning a wedding in 3 months, can it be done? Wish me luck!

Only 2 Days to Go!

It is Monday night and I am getting ready to leave Canada on Thursday morning!! Very exciting, lots of nerves and emotions. I know I am about to embark on the greatest adventure to date!!

Can't beleive I am Leaving!

It is really happening! Ticket has been booked, no turning back now... that is of course if I don't get my visa approved by the Aussie consulate! Why are women so damn emotional!